How to Pronounce Cycles

To pronounce "cycles", say CYCLES — one syllable, IPA /ˈsaɪkəlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈsaɪkəlz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cycles”

"cycles" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with motorcycles and recycles, if that helps it stick.

What does cycles mean?

noun

  1. An interval of space or time in which one set of events or phenomena is completed.

    “the cycle of the seasons, or of the year”

  2. A complete rotation of anything.

verb

  1. To ride a bicycle or other cycle.
  2. To go through a cycle or to put through a cycle.

Words that rhyme with cycles

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

motorcyclesrecyclesmichaelsmichielsmiklesunicycles

Related words

bikemotorcyclebicyclepedalwheelroundcpshertz

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cycles"?▾

"Cycles" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "cycles"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cycles" is /ˈsaɪkəlz/.

What does "cycles" mean?▾

Cycles: An interval of space or time in which one set of events or phenomena is completed.

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